CUTTING THE FAT
Industry leaders weigh in on the benefits of lean manufacturing. Two cabinet manufacturers are among those who have learned to be waste detectives in order to reduce the amount of inventory and work-in-progress, reduce lead times and increase quality of production.

Holiday spirit abounds year-round for these toy makers
A Seattle, Wash.-based woodshop manned by formerly homeless individuals produces wooden toys for children in need.

Fifteen work practice standards to help ensure quality and reduce costs
Mike Michalski from the American Wood Finishing Institute sets forth some guidelines to help take the guesswork out of producing a consistent, quality finish.